Canada Invests $100M in ELYSIS Low-Carbon Aluminum Project, Supporting 5,000 Jobs

Published: Jun 1, 2026 14:48

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[SMM Aluminum Express News] The Canadian government will invest C$100 million into the ELYSIS low-carbon aluminum technology project, supporting Rio Tinto’s C$440 million demonstration plant in Quebec. The project aims to advance industrial-scale deployment and commercialization of emissions-free aluminum smelting technology, strengthening Canada’s low-carbon aluminum supply chain and supporting industries including aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, and infrastructure. The investment is also expected to help maintain around 5,000 jobs across Canada.

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